SOF

I’ve never been closer to death than when I hallucinated Apache warriors charging poolside during that shallow water blackout—but hey, at least they weren’t Navy SEALs.

With unwavering resolve and a heart that put his men before himself, Lieutenant Michael Murphy chose sacrifice over safety, cementing his legacy as a leader whose final act of bravery remains a testament to the very essence of duty, honor, and country.

Think you’re a badass? There’s always someone badder, meaner, and not afraid to punch you in the face to remind you of it. Enter “Demo Dick.”

Michael Monsoor’s final act of selfless bravery—throwing himself on a grenade to save his brothers in arms—stands as a testament to the highest ideals of the Navy SEALs: courage, sacrifice, and unwavering loyalty.

Times like this. Times when things don’t make sense. We all tend to reflect, or at least ponder, on the what, who, when and how. But it’s the WHY that seems to elude us.

In the Teams, trust isn’t given with a Trident; it’s earned by being the guy who always shows up, always grinds, and always has your brothers’ backs—no excuses, no shortcuts.

Daily PT became my creed. Even on holidays, I’d escape to train, maintaining the discipline that defined both my routine and resilience.

The chute malfunction sent me into a spin so violent, it prevented my eyes from being able to focus on anything. Everything was a blurry smear.

Learn how to break your training rut, because failure is not an option when preparing for Special Forces Selection.

Facing communist threats in Africa, a visionary officer in 1967 trained his team for a new era, forming South Africa’s future elite Recces.

The Modular Tactical System (MTS) enhances AFSOC ops with integrated, on-the-move command and control in a secure, efficient system.

Cairo, the Navy SEAL war dog, was more than just a loyal companion—he was a fully equipped, high-tech, fearless operator capable of parachuting into enemy territory and taking on some of the most dangerous missions alongside his human counterparts.